Chapter 37: Settling on a Plan (Part 1)

  Leaving the southwest direction of Fang City, Song Qing's originally relaxed face gradually became solemn. Su Xiao Yi's side clearly also planned to merge those shops in the near future. If he wanted to take them down, it was very likely that he would face retaliation from the other side within a few days. Lin Yong and others had said they wouldn't help each other for the time being, so there was no need to count on them. Now, with only a few dozen people under his command, truly capable fighters numbered only in the teens. He might even have to ask Old Man Song Hu to bring more manpower.

  Ding Kui's thoughts were meticulous, seeing Song Qing lower his head in silence, he somewhat guessed what was going on, and said: "Brother Qing doesn't need to worry, the men under your command have now been trained into some sort of shape, I can also gather a dozen or so good men, adding to Uncle Song's side, we'll have around 156 people. Although Su Xiao Yi has many men, his high-ranking officials are only those few. Brother Qing, your martial arts skills are unparalleled, if it really comes down to a fight, as long as you can take out the leaders, the rest will naturally disperse in a hurry."

  This is indeed the right principle. As they say, "the commander is the backbone of the army." In this era, the organizational level of the military is too low. Once the officials are taken out, the rest will basically scatter and flee. This is true even for the military, let alone Jianghu figures. Although Su Xiaoyi's side has a considerable scale, the real core members are just those few brothers who followed him from Jiangnan. As long as they are knocked down, the others won't have much strong resistance will, being able to not collapse on the spot is already quite good.

  Moreover, there is also a regional issue. Song Qing and others are all locals from Xuzhou, while Su Xiao Yi and others are from Jiangnan. The people of Jiangnan and Jiangbei have always been at odds with each other. These people under his command now serve him only because they think Su Xiao Yi is strong enough. But if a more powerful force appears, I'm afraid there won't be many who truly remain loyal.

  Thinking of this, Song Qing's mood slightly relaxed, but then he heard Ding Kui say: "Apart from that, you can also find Wang Jian."

  "King Jian?" Song Qing suddenly remembered this fist master who had compared with himself before, and immediately asked: "Will he come for such a thing?"

  "If he didn't know, then that's fine. But if he did find out, how could he not come?!" Ding Kui seemed to think he had given Song Qing a good idea and said with a hint of self-satisfaction: "Wang Jian is someone who has nothing better to do all day at home, whenever there's even the slightest rumor or disturbance, he'll definitely get involved. How much more so when it comes to something as intense as this? The great young master Wang only has the privilege of rushing over here to join forces with us. However, Wang Jian only has a few dozen brothers under him, and even if they all joined in, there still wouldn't be as many people as Su Xiao Yi has. If you want more people, it's up to you, Qing Ge, whether or not you're willing to shed some more blood."

  "Are you saying that we should bring the Baihu Lord in as well?" Song Qing's mind turned slightly, and he understood the key to the situation. He was afraid that Wang Chang had been eyeing this place for a long time, but hadn't had an excuse before. After all, he was a famous military officer far and wide, and couldn't just take advantage of the situation without looking good. Now that this side had become ownerless land, it was natural to have thoughts about it. Song Qing nodded and said: "Understood, Old Brother Ding, you go back and gather your brothers first, and we'll meet at the small school grounds tomorrow morning. We'll all head over together!"

  Farewell to Ding Kui, Song Qing did not return home, but instead found a familiar food shop, cut three catties of pork head meat, carried two jars of wine, and rushed to Wang Chang's house for a visit. Coincidentally, Wang Jian was sweating profusely while exercising, and Song Qing shouted loudly: "Brother Wang, your diligent practice is impressive!"

  "Can't compare to you, young Master Song!" Wang Jian raised his head to clearly see the person who came, and a smile immediately appeared on his face. He spoke sincerely: "I heard from my father that your little flag is now practicing with great momentum, and many sons of military families have gone to rely on him. Is this true?"

  "It's not a big deal, just a small matter." Wang Jian was a straightforward person, and Song Qing didn't need to be humble with him. He roughly told him about what had happened in the small school grounds, and also mentioned a few things about the Xue family father and son. This made Wang Jian's eyes light up, and he complained that such good things shouldn't have been kept from him. Song Qing was equally straightforward, saying: "This time it's really serious, I've come to ask for your help, it depends on whether you're willing to give me face or not!"

  "What's going on? You're not going to fight with those two from the Xue family again, are you?"

  "That's not it, the Xue family father and son are also people of the Wei faction, they can't fight or it's better not to fight, this time is fighting with outsiders." Song Qing said, seeing Wang Jian's face full of excitement, his eyes staring at himself, knowing that this young master who is good at boxing but has nothing to do every day has moved, he then spoke out his purpose: "This time I want to deal with Su Xiao Yi from the south of the city, he has about 300 people on his side, now I can only gather over a hundred, don't know if Brother Wang dares to go with me?"

  "What's there to be afraid of?" Wang Jian's blood was stirred up, and he danced with excitement: "I can also bring out thirty or so brothers on my side, all of whom are fellow martial arts practitioners from everyday life, not a single weakling among them. When do you set off? You must call me along!"

  "In that case, I won't stand on ceremony with you, brother. However, this is a matter of great importance, so I must still pay my respects to your esteemed father."

  "My dad? What's the point of looking for him, he's such a boring person." Wang Jian seemed very dissatisfied with his father, turned his head and glanced in the direction of the house door, somewhat guilty: "If he finds out, maybe I won't be allowed to go."

  "Brother Wang, rest assured, this matter will not only not be opposed by your respected father, but he will also support us!" Song Qing said with full confidence, then pulled Wang Jian back to the Wang's house and knocked on the door a few times.

  After a moment, the gate opened and Wang Chang looked at his son and Song Qing standing together in surprise, curiously asking: "You two kids, what are you going to do?"

  "Sir, Song Qing has something to discuss with you."

  "What's wrong?"

  "Fight against Little Yizhi!"

  "Su Xiao Yi?" Wang Chang was taken aback for a moment, then a hint of interest flashed in his eyes, and he smiled blandly: "Come on in and talk, Jian'er, go tell the servants to brew some tea."

  "Yes!" Wang Jian said he was reluctant to leave, but did not dare disobey his father, and had to hurry into the house to call for tea.

  After a while, the tea and refreshments were served. Wang Chang sat in the main seat, silent for a moment like an old monk in meditation. Song Qing also didn't speak, just smiled faintly as he waited. It was Wang Jian who returned with a look of anxiety on his face, wanting to say something but not knowing what his father and Song Qing meant, so he could only sit silently in his seat.

  After a while, Wang Chang suddenly lost his smile, then shook his head and said with a playful gaze: "Song Lao Hu is a hot-tempered person himself, but the son he raised can be so calm. You, Song Qing, are also someone I've watched grow up since childhood, and you're still playing this trick on me. Never mind about other things, does your father know about this?"

  "He doesn't know for the time being, but he will soon find out." Song Qing said this while staring at Wang Chang's eyes, seeing the playful glint in his eyes gradually becoming serious, only then did he put down his guard and continue waiting for the other party's inquiry.

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